Safety Rules - Craftsman 580.327130 Operator's Manual

WARNING:
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
CAUTION
: Always disconnect spark plug wire
and place the wire where it cannot contact the
spark plug to prevent accidental starting when
setting up, transporting, adjusting or making
repairs to your generator.
DANGER
: This generator is designed for
outdoor use only. Do Not use this generator
inside any building or enclosure, including the
generator compartment of a recreational
vehicle (RV). Fire or an explosion may result.
No user performed modifications, including
venting of exhaust and/or cooling ventilation,
will eliminate the danger. Allow at least two feet
of clearance on all sides of the generator while
operating the unit.
CAUTION
: Before using this product, read this
manual and follow all Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions.
• The generator produces dangerously high voltage
that can cause extremely hazardous electrical
shock. Avoid contact with bare wires, terminals,
etc. Never permit an unqualified person to operate
or service the generator.
• Never handle any kind of electrical cord or device
while standing in water, while barefoot or while
hands or feet are wet. Dangerous electrical shock
will result.
• The National Electric Code requires the frame and
external electrically conductive parts of generator
be properly connected to an approved earth
ground. Local electrical codes may also require
proper grounding of the generator. Consult with a
local electrician for grounding requirements in your
area.
• Do Not use worn, bare, frayed or otherwise
damaged electrical cord sets with the generator.
Using any defective cord set may result in
electrical shock or damage to equipment and/or
property.
• Operate generator only on level surfaces and
where it will not be exposed to excessive moisture,
dirt, dust or corrosive vapors.
THIS IS THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. IT IS USED TO ALERT YOU TO POTENTIAL
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARDS. OBEY ALL SAFETY MESSAGES THAT FOLLOW THIS
SYMBOL TO AVOID POSSIBLE INJURY OR DEATH.

SAFETY RULES

• Never add fuel while unit is running.
• Allow at least 2 feet of clearance on all sides of
generator while operating unit or damage could
result. Read "Cold Weather Operation" on page 7.
• Gasoline is highly FLAMMABLE and its vapors are
EXPLOSIVE. Do Not permit smoking, open
flames, sparks or heat in the vicinity while handling
gasoline. Avoid spilling gasoline on a hot engine.
Comply with all laws regulating storage and
handling of gasoline.
• Do Not overfill the fuel tank. Always allow room for
fuel expansion. If tank is overfilled, fuel can
overflow onto a hot engine and cause FIRE or an
EXPLOSION.
• Never store generator with fuel in tank where
gasoline vapors might reach an open flame or
spark (as on a furnace, water heater or clothes
dryer). FIRE or an EXPLOSION might result.
• Generator exhaust gases contain DEADLY carbon
monoxide gas. This dangerous gas, if breathed in
sufficient concentrations, can cause
unconsciousness or even death. Operate this
equipment only in the open air where adequate
ventilation is available.
• The unit requires an adequate flow of cooling air
for its continued proper operation. Never operate
the unit inside any room or enclosure where the
free flow of cooling air into and out of the unit
might be obstructed. Without sufficient cooling air
flow, the unit quickly overheats, damaging the
generator or nearby property.
• Never start or stop the unit with electrical loads
connected to receptacles AND with the connected
devices turned ON. Start the engine and let it
stabilize before connecting electrical loads.
Disconnect all electrical loads before shutting
down the generator.
• Never operate generator:
in rain; in any enclosed compartment; when
connected electrical devices overheat; if electrical
output is lost; if engine or generator sparks; if
flames or smoke are observed while unit is
running; if unit vibrates excessively.
NOTE: Your generator is equipped with a spark
arrestor muffler, the spark arrestor must be
maintained in effective working order by the
owner/operator.
In the State of California a spark arrestor is required
by law (Section 4442 of the California Public
Resources Code). Other states may have similar
laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.
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